Palm oil is one of the commodities of plantation products that has an important economic role in Indonesia and is also an export commodity as foreign exchange earner for oil and gas. Palm oil produces the main product Crude Palm Oil (CPO). As main product, CPO continues to experience an increase in export volumes in line with the growing need for CPO in export destination countries, both as food raw material and biodiesel. However, when the implementation of the customs policy was issued in 2009, there was a change in the composition of exports from CPO to palm-derived products, namely RBD palm olein and PFAD. The main markets for Indonesian palm oil products are in Asia and Europe, the four largest countries, including India, Malaysia, the Netherlands, and Italy. This research aims to analyze the factors that influence the volume of Indonesian CPO exports in export destination countries. Based on the results of Ordinary Least Square (OLS), the variables that significantly affect Indonesia’s CPO exports in export destination countries are (1) India: export volume lag, (2) Malaysia: soybean oil prices, (3) Netherlands: RCA, and (4) Italy: estimates of sunflower oil, RCA, exchange rates and dummy exit fees.

The aims of research consist of the following (1) to know need analysis of Curriculum 2013 instructional materials in elementary school (2) to develop instructional material based on multicultural values. The study employs descriptive qualitative method which the data are collected by interview, observation, and document analysis. The observation and interview results about instructional materials of Curriculum 2013 in some elementary school in Surakarta consist of the following (1) teachers need additional materials in order to deliver suitable material of Curriculum 2013 for students. (2) Teachers get difficulties in selecting suitable additional material. (3) Teachers need additional material which can develop students good characters by adding Indonesian multicultural knowledge in all subjects. By enriching and developing multicultural values for students so it can be integrated in instructional materials such as tolerance, nationalism, and spirit of unity in diversities.

This research aims to analyze the performance of the batik ironing machine (calendering) towards ensuring optimal finishing due to the problems associated with the inability to measure the mechanical system of its roll which normally leads to the unevenness of the products. Finishing is an important process in batik production and this is commonly achieved through the calendering machine which is known as one of the mechanical refinements involving a rolling process conducted using high temperatures and pressures to produce fabric products with a flat, smooth, and shiny surface and also create a smooth, moire, and an embossed effect. It is, however, important to note that operators in the batik industry are currently being faced with the problems of finishing and this means there is a need for the appropriate tool for refinement of the fabric. Therefore, this observational study was conducted with the focus on identifying the main components and calculating the mechanical strength of the calendering machine in the batik industry. This involved using the solid work software and the results showed that the calendering machine generally consists of five rolls divided into three metal and two soft rolls. The metal roll has a smooth surface with a hole in the middle for heating which implies it functions as the ironing tool while the soft roll serves as a pressure booster during the ironing process. Moreover, the analysis of structural mechanics showed that the machine has the ability to iron 3.53 meters of fabric in 1 minute. It was also observed that it has six main parts which are the preparation, roller calendar, engine frame, transmission system, boiler engine, and special cooling. The machine was able to produce a batik fabric with a flat, smooth, and shiny surface, thereby, increasing its quality

Strengthening ecological citizenship through the local wisdom of Ngaha Aina Ngoho by the Oi Oi Seli group in Bima Regency has given positive results in realizing environmental preservation. The purpose of this research is to analyze the strengthening of ecological citizenship through the local wisdom of Ngaha Aina Ngoho in the Bima community through the programs of Desa Oi Seli Desa Maria, Kecamatan Wawo as a group that upholds the value of local wisdom of Ngaha Aina Ngoho. This research uses a case study research type. They were collecting data using observation, interview, and documentation techniques. Data analysis used interactive analysis techniques consisting of data reduction, data presentation, and data verification. The results showed the strengthening of ecological citizenship through local wisdom of Ngaha Aina Ngoho, which was carried out through the Oi Seli Community consisting of; socialization of environmental awareness, reforestation of deforested forests and planting of protected and productive trees, empowerment of environmentally conscious groups, workshops and seminars and formulation of environmental protection regulations. The results of strengthening the value of Ngaha Aina Ngoho's local wisdom in the Bima community positively impact the environment, economy, and tourism. Meanwhile, the challenges and obstacles are still the minimum levels of public education and the ups and downs of members' enthusiasm in preserving the environment. <p> </p><p><strong> Article visualizations:</strong></p><p><img src="/-counters-/edu_01/0893/a.php" alt="Hit counter" /></p>